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A summary of green employment opportunities and prospects in various sectors.
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publication cover shot State of the World 2008
Innovations for a Sustainable Economy

Go beyond the book with additional resources from Worldwatch.
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publication cover shot The real meaning of Columbus Day: Millions dead and 500 years of marginalization; plus, Japan's Ainu struggle for political visibility, and how native pollinators can mitigate colony collapse disorder in honeybees. World Watch Magazine, November/December 2008

publication cover shot More: Population, Nature, and What Women Want
A mind-stretching exploration of parenthood, sex, and culture through the ages. Learn more.

Survey: Strong Support for Emissions Reductions

Despite current financial instability, industrialized and developing world residents support cutting greenhouse gas emissions and investing in renewable energy, surveys say.
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“Efficient” Irrigation Tool May Deplete More Water
Drip irrigation may deplete groundwater more than traditional methods. Yet it boosts crop yields - forcing a decision between water conservation and food security.
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China WatchWorldwatch Special Focus: China and global sustainability in the 21st century.

Vital Signs OnlineVital Signs Online offers decades of data and cutting-edge analysis on important trends in sustainability, in an easy to access format.

energy and climateNews and resources about Worldwatch's Climate and Energy Work.

FoodDiscover what good eating means for you and the planet.